New York, NY
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
We are seeking a highly motivated, self-starting Business Development Manager, based in our Manhattan office, to generate opportunities for creative branding and design with progressive companies in fashion and apparel, consumer durables and electronics, media and entertainment, sports and leisure, and arts and culture.
Our Business Development Manager will have a sophisticated understanding of brand strategy and the design disciplines, as well as the ability to explain these in the context of specific prospect needs. He or she will be able to effectively speak to brand strategy, design, and marketing needs; have an understanding of the interaction and synergy of design disciplines; and be able to represent JDK’s unique creative culture compellingly to high-level executives and managers. Exceptional writing skills and the ability to effectively gather and organize materials for proposals are necessary. Mature and polished presentation and highly developed social skills required.
Our Business Development Manager will have the ability to work cross-functionally with multiple teams on new business development, a successful track record of closing new business deals, and proven profitable client relationships. He or she must also have demonstrated ability in the areas of negotiation and critical decision-making and a strong understanding and appreciation of design and strategy as a creative enterprise and business.